Description
Strawberry Chia Pudding is a simple, nutritious, and delicious snack that combines fresh strawberries with chia seeds soaked in milk or a milk alternative. It’s packed with antioxidants, fiber, and omega-3s, making it perfect as a quick breakfast, energizing snack, or light dessert. Easy to prepare with minimal effort, this versatile pudding can be adapted to suit vegan, dairy-free, or flavor variations, providing long-lasting energy and a refreshing fruity taste.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, washed and hulled
- 1 cup milk or milk alternative (almond, coconut, oat, or dairy milk)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons natural sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or agave)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep the Strawberries: Wash and hull fresh strawberries, then mash or blend them lightly to release their juices and flavor, creating a natural strawberry base for the pudding.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, combine chia seeds, your choice of milk, mashed strawberries, sweetener, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly to ensure the seeds are evenly distributed.
- Let It Set: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight. This allows the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and create a thick, pudding-like consistency.
- Stir and Serve: Before serving, give the pudding a good stir to break up any clumps and distribute the strawberry flavor evenly. Add extra fruit or toppings as desired.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen strawberries; frozen strawberries soften during soaking and infuse flavor.
- Choose high-quality, fresh chia seeds for the best texture and health benefits.
- Allow enough soaking time (at least 3 hours or overnight) for a creamy texture.
- Adjust sweetness according to your preference; some batches may need more or less sweetener.
- Mix well before refrigerating to prevent chia seeds from clumping and ensure even consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: strawberry chia pudding, healthy snack, chia seed pudding, vegan pudding, gluten free dessert, easy breakfast